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Sumo wrestling is known as the extreme ballet of giants.
Physically demanding and tactically straining, sumo is a nuanced and exciting sport.
In the world of sumo wrestling, male sumo wrestlers are held in the highest regard, akin to rockstars or Hollywood actors. Females however are traditionally expected to play the role of supportive wife to the wrestlers or, in the case that their husband has become a stablemaster, a surrogate mother for all of his trainee wrestlers.
This attitude is slowly changing as female sumo is gaining more coverage. With more women taking part in the sport than ever, what was until recently seen a strange hobby could soon become a professional sport for women, just as it is for their male counterparts.
I spent some time just outside Toyko meeting and photographing female sumo wrestlers. This series explores the relationship between power and form. My objective was not only to document these sensational women but to celebrate them too.